Monthly Archives: August 2015

Why is it that sometimes the most difficult thing we can do is find our own voice? There is so much pressure on people these days to perform, conform and produce. We’re urged to improve; books and videos give us tasks that promise to make us into better people, and we’re invited to join courses and hangouts online. How do we navigate this maze in a way that feels meaningful and authentic? Here are a few things that I find helpful. Value our time……

When we push the boundaries it means we’re operating ahead of the curve. I remember years ago reading that subscribers to progressive magazines were between 3 and 5 years ahead of the rest of society. To see how things would be in the future, we just had to look at what the trail blazers were doing. Those who push the boundaries clear a path for everyone else. I believe that right now environmental activists are showing the way. The places with the best economic performance are…..

I eat a lot of whole, organic foods. The funny thing is, I think it’s less expensive than buying over-packaged, processed foods from retail outlets. When people talk about how costly it is to eat well, I wonder if they’ve ever tried it my way. It’s true that if you buy organic versions of packaged foods you pay more. But what if you were to buy bulk, wholesale organically grown foods with friends? Because the food is in bulk, you’re not paying for packaging…..

In my novel I combine activism with meditation. It’s not a combination you hear of often, but for me they’re different sides of the same coin. Caring for ourselves and for our communities are deeply connected. The more capable we are, the more we’re able to offer and the stronger our communities become because of our contributions. Activists get their news from many sources, and much of it is disturbing. Meditation helps us face the difficult truths we’re confronted with……